Việt Nam News

A wide range of high-quality Vietnamese products like coffee, durian and cashew nuts, was exhibited at the Second Hunan (Huaihua) RCEP Economic and Trade Expo in Huaihua City, China from May 8 to 11.

According to the Politburo's conclusion on establishing a comprehensive international financial centre in Hồ Chí Minh City and a regional financial centre in Đà Nẵng, these facilities will operate under exceptional management mechanisms that enhance competitiveness while implementing appropriate risk management and oversight protocols.

According to the Politburo's conclusion on establishing a comprehensive international financial centre in Hồ Chí Minh City and a regional financial centre in Đà Nẵng, these facilities will operate under exceptional management mechanisms that enhance competitiveness while implementing appropriate risk management and oversight protocols.

Amid unpredictable fluctuations in US tariff policies, Vietnamese businesses must take a proactive and strategic approach to sustain their exports to this key market, experts emphasised at a workshop held in HCM City on May 9.

The “Việt Nam – Austria High - Tech and Innovation Forum” is jointly organised by Việt Nam’s National Innovation Center (NIC), the Vietnamese Embassy in Austria and the Austrian Economic Chambers.

An international workshop held yesterday in Hà Nội brought together top scientists, research institution experts and agribusiness leaders to address long-standing challenges and boost innovation in Việt Nam’s seed industry.

Although the Government launched a VNĐ120 trillion (US$4.74 billion) credit package to boost affordable housing, data shows that less than 2 per cent has been disbursed.

Vietnam Airlines has officially resumed its direct flight service between Hà Nội and Moscow, following a three-year suspension.

Việt Nam Electricity (EVN) on Friday announced that the average retail electricity price will be increased by 4.8 per cent starting from Saturday, marking the fourth hike since early 2023.

Environmental pollution is on the rise, and without imposing a tax on petrol, it will be difficult to change consumer behavior, the minister stated. A special consumption tax on petrol has been in place since 1998.

The private economy was crucial driver for HCM City’s growth over the past four months and the city will introduce a series of measures to further support this sector, affirmed HCM City’s Department of Finance.

The airport improvements will make Phú Quốc, the Pearl Island, an important tourism and marine economic hub of the country.

On the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange (HoSE), the VN-Index closed at 1,267.3 points, down 2.5 points from the previous session.

Minister of Agriculture and Environment Đỗ Đức Duy urged enterprises to invest in processing, logistics and quality control while strengthening value chain ties and staying alert to US trade rules.

ASEAN economic ministers shared the view that completing the negotiations for upgrading the ATIGA would send positive signals to the business community about ASEAN’s strong commitment to regional economic integration through reducing trade barriers

The PM asked the Minister of Agriculture and Environment to raise appropriate measures to strengthen domestic production to ensure food security and exports in all circumstances.

Việt Nam’s durian exports to China hit just 35,000 tonnes (US$130 million) in the first four months, only 20 per cent of the target, down from $500 million year-on-year.

The Vietnamese booth attracted participation from 10 domestic agribusinesses, with each contributing an assortment of products on display to introduce to the Italian market.